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Breaking down barriers to education
From September, Advanced Learner Loans will be open to people aged 19 and over, who are studying for a level 3 qualification. Previously these had been open to people aged 24 and over. This again will help to widen participation in education.
View detailsThe Manchester College and UCEN Manchester shortlisted for multiple Manchester Adult Education and Skills Awards
“She has since managed to support other students with their anxiety and stress levels, got a Distinction for every single assignment, delivered with me and another student at the Teaching and Learning Conference to teachers about how to support students with anxiety and has been a model student since day one.
View detailsZara Khalique brightens up our day
Zara Khalique brightens up our day - During our #didyouknow Design and Visual Arts week we caught up with Zara Khalique, a former pupil turned Fashion Designer and Entrepreneur, to talk about her brand ‘Keep it bright’. She took the time to visit our Level 3 Art and Design students completing their end of year projects. Keep It Bright “Keep it Bright is a positivity movement, lifestyle brand and way of living.
View detailsThe Manchester College Students in Platinum Jubilee Pageant
Under the theme ‘Commonwealth of Kindness’, students were invited to develop ideas that celebrate the values of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. 30 students from the Level 3 UAL Creative Media Production and Technology course , took part in a range of digital storytelling workshops, working alongside leading photographers such as Canon Ambassador Clive Booth.
View detailsStudents cook up four-course feast with Exose Grant
“Working with The Chefs’ Forum our students are able to gain experience of working with top-professionals to really take their skills to the next level.” commented Christine Kenyon, Deputy Principal at The Manchester College. Nights such as these, where they put their skills to the test in a professional setting, are vital to ensuring they're ready to start a career once they complete their studies with us.
View detailsPamela Advances Through NHS Ranks After Work Academy Course
“The programme gave me an insight into my responsibilities and things I would have to deal with should I choose to take a permanent job in the sector. Another advantage of the programme is that it also gives you a Level 1 Healthcare and Employability certification and equips you with lots of transferable skills.” Pamela has now been working for the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust for 11 years and has held various roles, working in various Trust wards, departments and hospitals, as well as working in the community.
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She began her career teaching A-levels but quickly developed a passion for enhancing teaching and learning. This led her to a role as Programme Leader for Initial Teacher Education before transitioning into the field of Quality.
View detailsWorldSkills competitions aim to propel students to success!
Lisa added: “Competitions like WorldSkills are so important to the development of our young people because they accelerate a young person’s career by providing a mechanism to develop technical skills and the high-level employability skills that employers say they need. “Young people have the chance to pitch themselves against their peers, which is fantastic for their confidence and really builds their employability skills.”
View detailsBand formed at The Manchester College release debut album
The latest up and coming band in Manchester’s music scene have launched their debut album after meeting and forming at The Manchester College. The six members of Everything & You are all studying Level 3 Music Production at the College’s Industry Excellence Academy for Music . They originally formed the band in September 2020 as part of a project but have remained together ever since.
View detailsInspirational student shares story of overcoming his stammer
Faizan hopes to one day become a teacher or a motivational speaker and is studying a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner course at The Manchester College, where he receives daily support with his disability. “My support worker is called Amy and she manages my support, making sure everything is in place for me,” Faizan said.
View detailsHadia’s India trip made possible thanks to The Manchester College
After enrolling on the Pre-Entry ESOL course at our Northenden campus in 2016, Hadia has since completed the Entry One, Entry Two and Entry Three courses and is now on the ESOL Level 1 course. Hadia qualified as a dental hygienist in Hungary but had to wait to be registered with Dental Council in England. In March, she travelled to New Delhi to complete a Practical Dentistry course to refresh and further her skills.
View detailsStudents celebrate amazing achievements on GCSE results day
“I was feeling OK before I picked the results up, because I knew whatever would happen, would happen, but now I’ve got them it’s a relief and I’m really happy. I’m now going to study Level 3 English Writing and Media with The Manchester College, which I’m really looking forward to. “The College is great and I’ve really enjoyed studying here.
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